The Senior RF Engineer will join DoorDash Labs, an innovation hub focused on automation and robotics solutions for last-mile logistics. This role involves developing mission-critical RF/electrical systems for unmanned platforms, applying expertise in electromagnetic theory and wireless system design. The engineer will work across the full product lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring reliability and precision in autonomous platforms. The position requires in-person work in San Francisco, CA, five days a week.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in RF engineering, applied electromagnetics, or wireless systems.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in designing and testing RF hardware for consumer-grade mass-produced products.
• Strong RF fundamentals with expertise in front-end design, desense analysis, and system-level optimization.
• Experience working with systems that include high-speed digital interfaces such as MIPI CSI / DSI, PCIe, DDR, SDIO / eMMC.
• Proficient in the use of RF test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Hands-on expertise in desense mitigation techniques, including shielding, grounding, and filtering.

• Lead the development of innovative solutions that span across RF, mixed signal, and mechanical domains.
• Design RF hardware and wireless testbeds to support system validation.
• Provide expertise and mentorship to partner teams regarding EMI mitigation strategies.
• Characterize EMI caused by internal and external aggressors using various testing methods.
• Conduct rigorous lab and OTA testing of RF systems, validating performance against industry standards.
• Perform EM simulations using CAD tools to develop a deep understanding of product behavior.